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Hi everyone, I recently went on an excursion into the world of papier-mache after having discovered that it has been used to make boxes and even furniture in the past. I have played about with the material and I have been pretty astounded by the results (much better than you might think for...

Hi everyone, I was wondering if there is any equivalence between the number grading system of sandpaper and the F - FFFFF grading of ground Pumice and Rottenstone? For instance, is it possible to say that 600 grit paper equals an FFF or FFFF (... etc.) pumice or rotten stone? I am looking to...

Hi everyone, After having applied a good 10 coats of water-based satin polyurethane finish to a selection of different wood species (veneers) in order to practice finishing techniques, I finally summoned up the courage to rub one of them out. I am at a loss to assess the success of this first...

Hi everyone, I have been dealing with an unshakeable desire to learn about and try to replicate the use of japanese black 'urushi' lacquer on small decorative objects and the obsession shows no signs of abating in spite of the fact that precious little material seems to be available on the...

Hi everyone, I was wondering if different finishes require the use of a specific sealer? For example, if I am using shellac as my finish, must I only use a shellac sanding sealer or if I am applying a water-based PU finish, must I look for a PU sealer? Are there combinations that are preferable...

Hi everyone, I have decided to try and teach myself a few finishing techniques from the comfort of my home and, after a good amount of reading and watching online tutorials, I would like to try my hand at a brushed on gloss finish. I wanted to start with a water-based PU finish as I understand...

Hi everyone, I have been given a nice collection of wenge and paduk offcuts that I am planning to use to make jewellery pieces : bracelets, necklaces, earings, etc. A good woodworking friend of mine has raised concerns about possible harmful effects of having such woods in constant contact with...

Hi, I am a cabinetmaking student working on my last project of the year. Lately, I have been obsessed with Japanese lacquer art and I decided to spice up my work by attempting to recreate the black and gold motifs and art with black acrylic spray paint and gold acrylic and poster paint bought...

Hi everybody, I am a trainee Cabinet Maker. I have spent some time studying at Newark College in Nottinghamshire, though this year I chose to take a year out to try and establish my own workshop and get work. It has been hit and miss and I have decided I would like to go back into training...